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12 Cards in this Set
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Perception |
The process by which the brain organizes and interprets sensory input. |
(Pg. 192) |
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Difference Threshold |
The minimum difference a person can detect between any two stimuli half the time. (Just noticeable difference) |
(Pg. 194) JND |
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Perceptions |
ARE influenced by our motivation and emotions. |
(Pg.199) |
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Rods |
Retinal receptors that detect black, white, & gray; necessary for peripheral and twilight vision, when cones don't respond. |
(Pg.202) blk & wht |
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Cones |
Retinal receptor cells that are concentrated near the center of the retina and that function in daylight or in well-lit conditions. They detect fine detail and give rise to color sensation. |
(Pg.202) color |
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Blind spot |
Where the optic nerve leaves the eye, there are no receptor cells. |
(Pg.202) creates this... |
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Image/ Retina |
Light rays (image) reflects and passes through the cornea, pupil, and lens. The curvature and thickness of the lens change to bring nearby or distant objects into focus on the retina |
(Pg.201) Brings into focus |
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Depth Perception |
Allows us to judge distance |
(Pg.210) |
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Depth Perception/Birds |
Birds of prey have Binocular vision ( eyes on side of head) this allows for them to swoop in on prey |
Not in book |
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Middle Ear |
1. Hammer 2. Anvil 3. Stirrup |
3 tiny bones |
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Social-Cultural/Perception |
Our perception of pain does vary with social situations and our cultural experiences |
(Pg.222) Social-Cultural Influences: - Presence of others - Empathy for others pain - Cultural expectations |
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Perception/ Senses |
Older people like sweet & salty |
(Lecture) |
